The intention of this day retreat is to explore the procession of the action of the heart through its physiology, through asana practice, through the energetic meridians of the heart, through the action of breath which brings vitality to the heart and the heart’s expression in sound. There will also be time for sharing and reflection and to be with the sense of the heart during rest, where perhaps it’s resonance can be felt most prominently.

This 3 hour workshop, aimed at yoga practitioners and teachers alike, is part theory, part practice. After gaining an understanding of the anatomy of the Pelvic Floor and its role in maintaining health, you will be guided through an embodied yoga practice exploring a different approach to activating the Pelvic Floor.

This workshop is for floor-based bodyworkers (Thai Yoga Massage, Shiatsu, Ayurvedic massage etc).

The way we meet the ground shapes everything above. The feet are not only a structural foundation, but also a sensory gateway – informing balance, orientation, and how the body organises itself in gravity. When this base is unclear or under-supported, patterns of tension and compensation often travel upwards into the legs, pelvis, and spine.

Julie Hodges is a Senior Iyengar Yoga teacher (Level 3 under the new syllabus) and founder of the Putney Iyengar Yoga Centre in London. She has studied directly with Guruji Sri B.K.S Iyengar, Geeta Iyengar and Prashant Iyengar.

The aim of this workshop is to develop the understanding of the importance of the root of the pose. “From the base up” . Some knowledge of both inversions and pranayama are essential for this workshop. Minimum 3 years Iyengar Yoga Practice are required to attend.

Why not join our friendly informal group? The next discussion will focus on The Book of Forgiving by Desmond and Mpho Tutu. There will be a simple vegan/vegetarian meal served afterwards.

The Knee joint is susceptible to injury, a hinge joint that relies on the muscles around it to provide support and maintain its stability. The knee is held in position by various ligaments that can be strained if the knee goes out of alignment. The course is aimed at yoga teachers and yoga practitioners alike who would like to increase their knowledge of detailed anatomy and physiology. 

In this workshop we will practice standing, seated, inverted asanas, looking at the subtle actions within each posture to gain a deeper understanding, and to experience the asana in new ways. We will finish with some restorative or supine postures to rest after the stronger practice.

This carefully curated half-day retreat offers an immersive experience for women navigating perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause who want intelligent, practical support for their changing bodies.

A workshop for students of Iyengar Yoga, who are used to practicing inversions and Intermediate asanas. Seasoned practitioners and teachers of other methods are also welcome and can check with Shaili whether the session is suitable for them.

This is a day retreat in which we will explore and celebrate movement, embodied breath and explore the resonance of the inner voice.. There will be space to abide in stillness and there will be time to share and time to tell a story. The last retreat in January was a lovely occasion, with a deep sense of community.

Julie Hodges is a Senior Iyengar Yoga teacher (Level 3 under the new syllabus) and founder of the Putney Iyengar Yoga Centre in London. She has studied directly with Guruji Sri B.K.S Iyengar, Geeta Iyengar and Prashant Iyengar.

As the day and night reach equal length at the Equinox, explore the themes of balance, renewal, and planting the seeds of intention through seasonally inspired practices.

Why not join our friendly informal group? The next discussion will focus on My Gita by Devdutt Pattanaik. There will be a simple vegan/vegetarian meal served afterwards.

Spend two and a half hours tidying up and organising your foundation through a functional mobility workshop. We will use familiar shapes and clear physical measures to explore effective ways of refining your posture starting from the anatomy of your feet.

This CPD workshop is for floor-based bodyworkers (Thai Yoga Massage, Shiatsu, Ayurvedic massage) and yoga therapists who are working with increasing complexity – persistent pain, chronic conditions, trauma histories, or nervous systems that do not easily settle.

This workshop is suitable for students of Iyengar Yoga, who are used to practicing inversions and Intermediate asanas. Seasoned practitioners and teachers of other methods are also welcome and can check with us whether the session is suitable for them.

Using wall ropes in our Yoga practice is something many yogis may be less familiar with, due to a lack of access locally. Now, at Vishuddha, we are able to offer this wonderful part of the Iyengar Yoga method. In this workshop we will look at how wall ropes can help us to lengthen our spines in various postures, including inversions.

One Day Essential First Aid at Work Course for yoga teachers, fitness professionals, therapists and body workers requiring an Essential First Aid at Work certification (FAA Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work).

This is a retreat where the pace will be no quicker than our longest breath. Together we will find the space to move, looking for foundation on the ground. Space to explore the breath that gives life to our bodies. Space to peacefully settle our bodies on the ground. There will be time to contemplate and share. Time for a story to give us insight into what is beckoning. We will also take time to explore the Brahmari Pranayama, the ‘Bee’ breath, that brings resonance to our bodies from our own voices.The day is open to all. A warming vegetarian lunch will be provided.

In this workshop we will practice standing, seated, inverted asanas, looking at the subtle actions within each posture to gain a deeper understanding, and to experience the asana in new ways. We will finish with some restorative or supine postures to rest after the stronger practice.

Join us for an end of year celebratory Kirtan led by Derek Elliott. This event is in aid of the The Oxfordshire Christmas Dinner for Care Leavers sponsored by Oxfordshire Youth. All proceeds of the evening will go to the charity event and you will have the option to donate either £10, £15 or £20 at checkout. The proceeds of this session will all go to supporting this Christmas project to bring together young adults who have come out of care, for a Christmas dinner and presents. 

An embodied exploration of the Winter as a time for slowing down, resting, and dreaming. The session will include gentle yoga asana, yoga nidra (guided meditation), some readings and prompts for reflection, then deep rest in a meditative soundscape created by gongs, singing bowls and chimes. 

Breath, Expansion, Vitality – The breath is at the core of life, yet many of us experience tension and restriction in the areas that support our breathing. Stress, emotional holding, sedentary lifestyles, and trauma can all contribute to shallow, uneven, or constricted breathing patterns. Thai Massage offers a holistic, embodied approach to working with the respiratory system, addressing not only the physical mechanics of breathing but also the deeper emotional and energetic layers that influence it.

In this workshop, we will explore dynamic, gentle techniques that encourage the expansion of the chest, diaphragm, and ribcage.

In this workshop, we explore the somatic qualities of autumn – the season of release, transformation, and moving within. Drawing from the teachings of Chinese Medicine, we focus on the Metal element, the Large Intestine and the Lungs, which govern our ability to let go, create space and welcome new possibilities. Through Yoga, Somatics, and Meridian Stretching practices, we will work to release old patterns, restore balance, and strengthen our connection to the breath.

Julie Hodges is a Senior Iyengar Yoga teacher (Level 3 under the new syllabus) and founder of the Putney Iyengar Yoga Centre in London. She has studied directly with Guruji Sri B.K.S Iyengar, Geeta Iyengar and Prashant Iyengar. She is well loved by her students, many of whom are teachers themselves, due to her generosity and dedication in sharing the benefits of Iyengar Yoga.

Why not join our friendly informal group? The next discussion will focus on Restorative Yoga for Ethnic and Race-Based Stress and Trauma by Gail Parker. There will be a simple vegan/vegetarian meal served afterwards.

EVENT CANCELLED - SORRY! This event is happening both inside Vishuddha and outside with the land. At heart and in our bones, we know that our embodied, breathing presence, our movements, happen as part of unfolding patterns of movement within a wider web of ongoing creation. We are neither central to nor apart from Earth’s unfolding story. We are intimately woven into life, by life, as life, moment by moment.

Using wall ropes in our Yoga practice is something many yogis may be less familiar with, due to a lack of access locally. Now, at Vishuddha, we are able to offer this wonderful part of the Iyengar Yoga method. In this workshop we will look at how wall ropes can help us to lengthen our spines in various postures, including inversions.